Modern Healthcare releases annual ranking of “Top 100 Most Influential People in Healthcare''
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Silver Spring, Maryland – Today is american nursing associationThe premier organization representing the interests of more than 5 million registered nurses across the United States recognizes Jennifer Mencik Kennedy, Ph.D., MBA, RN, NEA-BC, FAAN as one of the 100 most influential people in modern healthcare. I am proud to announce that I have been recognized as a person. Healthcare in 2024. The complete rankings will be published in the December 9 issue of MH Magazine, and the profiles of all winners are available online.
This prestigious recognition program recognizes and recognizes individuals who are considered by their peers and Modern Healthcare's senior editors to be among the most influential in the industry in terms of leadership and influence.
“Our list of the 100 Most Influential People in Healthcare reflects the important contributions of the men and women who helped shape the industry in 2024,” said Mary Ellen Podmolik, Editor-in-Chief of Modern Healthcare magazine. said. “They come from all areas of the industry, and their leadership has traveled from the doctor's office to Capitol Hill. We are proud that these honorees will use their influence to protect and improve patient care. I hope it continues.”
Dr. Menshik Kennedy was recognized for his outstanding achievements in helping the association achieve its clinical, operational, and financial goals while positively impacting the organization's work environment through workforce retention and employee development programs. It is being She is also a leading voice in the industry, influencing change at both the local and national level through her advocacy for nurses and patient care.
“I commend American Nurses Association President Jennifer Mencik Kennedy for her astute leadership and professional guidance to the organization’s Board of Directors and our incredible employees. Jennifer is a passionate advocate for nurses. Her tenacity and determination to foster an inclusive workplace culture of diversity, equity, inclusion and innovation is truly inspiring.” Angela Bedeau, CEO of American Nurses Enterprises, said: “Under her leadership, we added thousands of new members to our organization, launched new initiatives like the Advanced Nursing Fund, and increased anti-racism efforts within our various associations and organizations. We have awarded more than $300,000 in grants to help us go further. She is certainly an outstanding and fearless leader, and her passion for this profession helped shape our collective vision for the future of this organization. This award is well-deserved and shows what the power of nurses can do. ”
Dr. Jennifer Mencik Kennedy will begin her second term as ANA's 38th president on January 1, 2025. She has served in numerous leadership positions at ANA for more than a decade. Her clinical experience as a frontline direct care nurse spans over 25 years. Click here for details Dr. Jennifer Mencik Kennedy stay connected with ANA's efforts to promote nursing and medical care for all people.
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American Nurses Enterprise brings together the expertise and dedication of the American Nurses Association, the American Nurses Credentialing Center, and the American Nursing Foundation to advocate for nurses, advance standards of excellence, and inspire change. We are working on this. With a strong tradition and forward-thinking vision, our influence spans the federal and local levels, and through state affiliates and partners, amplifying the voice of nurses across all practices and specialties. Every day, we use The Power of Nurses™ to enhance the value of the nursing profession and transform the healthcare experience for everyone.
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